I was laid off after Musk took over Twitter. Here’s my advice for federal workers cut by DOGE.
Amir Shevat was laid off from his role as a head of product at Twitter in 2022. In 2019, I cofounded a company that was acquired by Twitter in 2021. As part of the deal, I became the head of product of the Twitter developer platform. When Elon Musk took over Twitter in late 2022,…
‘Reacher’ actor Alan Ritchson says he got knocked unconscious and took real punches filming with 7-foot bodybuilder Olivier Richters
Olivier Richters as Paulie and Alan Ritchson as Jack Reacher in “Reacher.” Alan Ritchson told B-17 he took a punch from the 7-foot bodybuilder Olivier Richters while filming a fight scene for “Reacher” season three. He since revealed that he got knocked unconcious, too. The third season sees Jack Reacher (Ritchson) infiltrating a criminal organization…
Europe says ’emerging threats’ mean people should stockpile enough supplies for 72 hours. Here’s what experts suggest.
The EU advised its citizens to stockpile three-days worth of supplies in case of major crises. The European Union issued a stark new advisory on Wednesday, advising people to stockpile 72 hours’ worth of supplies in case of “threats and crises.” It’s part of a wide-ranging strategy designed to “enhance Europe’s capability to prevent and…
Alan Ritchson’s hero in ‘Reacher’ fights a 7-foot villain in the season 3 finale. Here’s what to know about season 4.
Alan Ritchson in “Reacher” season three. Jack Reacher (Alan Ritchson) finally fought Paulie (Olivier Richters), the 7-foot tall bodyguard, at the end of “Reacher” season three — showing there’s plenty left in the tank for the show ahead of “Reacher” season four. The third season provides new challenges for Reacher, as he goes undercover to…
I’m an Air Force veteran who moved to Mexico after living in the US for 42 years. I made the right choice.
Marcia Hylto moved from the US to Mexico seeking a better quality of life. I never imagined I’d leave the country I served. I hoped the United States would be my forever home. However, I eventually had to admit that the country I dedicated myself to no longer felt like a place I could thrive.…
Trump’s auto tariffs are likely to hit an emerging Asian auto hub, showing there are risks for investors everywhere
Thailand is a key auto hub in Asia. US President Donald Trump’s auto import tariffs are impacting more than carmakers’ stocks — global supply chains connected to the vast vehicle industry are also getting hit, adding to investment risk. “South Korea is most exposed, followed by Japan. Within ASEAN,Thailand — a regional manufacturing hub —…
Canadians don’t want to visit the US, so airlines are cutting seats and axing flights
A WestJet plane takes off at Calgary International Airport. Airlines are slashing capacity as Canadians lose interest in visiting the US. Travel data firm OAG said that bookings on flights from Canada to the US have fallen by more than 70% every month through September. It compared the number held as of this week versus…
EY boss Janet Truncale pushes a major shake-up of the Big Four firm after her predecessor’s attempt failed
Janet Truncale, EY’s CEO and global chair, is putting her mark on the consulting giant. EY’s head, Janet Truncale, took over as CEO and global chair last July, promising to foster greater collaboration across the Big Four firm’s international network. Nine months into the role, EY is starting to see some big changes to its…
A norovirus outbreak hit a luxury Cunard cruise ship, leaving nearly 200 passengers sick
The Cunard line flagship, Queen Mary 2, frequently makes transatlantic crossings. A norovirus outbreak on a luxury Cunard cruise ship left almost 200 people sick, causing symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Vessel Sanitation Program released details on Monday about the norovirus outbreak on the Queen Mary 2. It…
